Games like THE KING OF FIGHTERS '97 GLOBAL MATCH

A 2D fighting game featuring a large roster and two distinct gameplay modes. It concludes the Orochi Saga with fast-paced, strategic combat.

80% positive from 1,655 · 2018 · 3% finish it · Steam Deck Playable · Lowest ever $1.26 (2026-04-23)

ActionFighting 2D Fighter ArcadeMultiplayerAnime

Six games like THE KING OF FIGHTERS '97 GLOBAL MATCH

THE KING OF FIGHTERS XIII STEAM EDITION

89% positive from 10,599 reviews20134% finish itDeck Verified

This is a 2D team-based fighting game with a 3-on-3 battle system. It offers a story mode and online versus matches.

The catchThe rollback netcode fix is sold as a separate purchase instead of a free update.

Both are tagged 2D Fighter, Fighting and Arcade.

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THE KING OF FIGHTERS XIV STEAM EDITION

82% positive from 4,198 reviews201734% finish itDeck Verified

This is a 3D fighting game with a large character roster. Its core loop involves executing complex combos and special moves.

What players likedNo comparisons to other games are mentioned, but players praise the fun combos.

The catchIt crashes or refuses to launch on many PCs, sometimes part way through story mode.

Both are tagged 2D Fighter, Fighting and Arcade.

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Melty Blood Actress Again Current Code

94% positive from 4,804 reviews20165% finish itDeck Playable

This is a 2D fighting game with three distinct combat styles per character. It features a large roster and offers arcade, versus, training, and online modes.

What players likedIt's a classic arcade fighter with unique three-style mechanics, praised for its snappy combat, music, and visuals, reminiscent of Arc System Works' polish.

The catchThe paid Steam build is an inferior port; the free community edition has the players.

Both are tagged 2D Fighter, Fighting and Arcade.

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GUILTY GEAR XX ACCENT CORE PLUS R

97% positive from 4,010 reviews2015Deck Verified

This is a 2D fighting game featuring complex combo systems and character-specific mechanics. It offers a deep, competitive experience with a large roster and multiple game modes.

What players likedPlayers praise its deep, complex systems, varied characters, and excellent rollback netcode, making it a great fighting game for enthusiasts.

The catchNo real tutorial and a brutal skill curve leave newcomers lost and losing.

Both are tagged 2D Fighter, Fighting and Arcade.

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BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger

86% positive from 3,221 reviews2014Deck Playable

BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger is a 2D fighting game featuring unique character-specific Drive attacks. It offers a high-resolution, hand-drawn visual style with a deep story mode.

What players likedPlayers praise the great soundtrack and enjoyable story modes, with gameplay feeling stiff compared to Cross Tag Battle.

The catchThe Steam port is a mess, capped near 30fps with story mode music missing.

Both are tagged 2D Fighter, Fighting and Arcade.

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GUILTY GEAR Xrd -SIGN-

91% positive from 2,794 reviews201515% finish itDeck Verified

This is a 2D anime fighting game featuring a revamped Roman Cancel system for strategic combat. It offers a roster of new and returning characters with unique gameplay modes.

The catchThere is little reason to play this over the updated release with more content.

Both are tagged 2D Fighter, Fighting and Arcade.

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More about THE KING OF FIGHTERS '97 GLOBAL MATCH

What players liked

It's classic KoF with great pixel art, offering online fights and a gallery.

The catch

There is no training or practice mode, which is basic for a fighting game.

Reviews: 80% positive from 1,655
Released: 2018
Finish it: 3% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Playable
Price: Lowest ever $1.26 (2026-04-23)
Play: Single-playerMulti-playerPvPFull controller supportRemote Play Together

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 80% positive, but with 1,655 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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